Smith Close-Grip Bench Press

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1. Lie down on the bench with your feet flat on the floor. Position yourself so that the bar is directly above your chest. Grab the bar with a close grip, hands shoulder-width apart and palms facing away from you.
2. Unrack the bar by pushing it up and rotating your wrists to unlock it from the machine. Lower the bar to your chest in a controlled manner, keeping your elbows close to your body.
3. Push the bar back up until your arms are fully extended, exhaling as you do so. Ensure that you maintain the close grip and that your wrists are directly above your elbows.
4. Repeat these steps for the desired number of repetitions, then carefully rerack the bar by rotating your wrists to lock it back into the machine. Always remember to keep your movements controlled and steady throughout the

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À propos de cet exercice

The Smith Close-Grip Bench Press is a strength-building exercise that primarily targets the triceps and secondary muscles like the chest and shoulders. It's an ideal workout for individuals at all fitness levels who are looking to increase upper body strength and muscle definition. People may want to incorporate this exercise into their routine as it provides stability through the Smith machine, allowing for a controlled motion and the ability to focus on form and muscle engagement.